Unemployment Questions .. and Frequent Answers

After ten years of answering unemployment questions (all were published publicly to the unemployment blog), I've become very aware of the generalized difficulty of those emotionally connected to the loss of a job, to relate their story of how they became unemployed, to an actual burden of proof.

Aside from knowing when you must prove a burden, it's also good to know you may also have to rebut the burden central to whether you collect unemployment insurance benefits to prove the fault wasn't your own, but that of the employer. So, the end result for a claim is contingent on the quality of your argument which should have at least the ability to rise to the standard of law expected by a state .. and to be sufficient with legitimacy going to how a state can find the correct party at fault, once the merits surrounding the cause for separation are heard.

denied unemployment for simple misconduct Not rated yetMy son was fired 2/19/2013 from his job at a drug rehab.
A former client reached out to him via inbox on FACEBOOK. This person was never his client, had …

Collect PA Unemployment but moved to CT? Not rated yetI've been on unemployment for a year, then my husband joined the navy and moved me to Connecticut, I'm still collecting unemployment and it has my address …

PLEASE HELP HOW I DO I WRITE APPEAL Not rated yetI am in Florida and I was receiving Unemployment benefits, but got a job and and had a situation where I had to quit and I had another job I had accepted. …

UE Appeal due to Inability to Work Not rated yetI have an appeal coming up and not sure how to defend myself. I was receiving UE benefits with no issues. I was diagnosed with a health issue and need …

Fired for lack of punctuality - options? Not rated yetI live in the Tampa Bay area and have been with my company for 8 ½ years (May would be the 9th anniversary). I have been struggling for the last year …

Out of state unemployment question Not rated yetHello my name is April and I moved from Indiana to Tennessee on October 2010 for a job. The new company that I worked for went out of business and I was …

Quit with good cause in Colorado? Not rated yetI am a 22 year old college student in Colorado. I began working at a retail sales company in June 2008. In June 2010 I was given an additional job beyond …

Unemployed for One Year and... Not rated yet... I have been receiving unemployment payments. I believe that I am on my second extension. So other than being without a job, I'm doing okay. My question …

Wait to be terminated/fired or quit? Not rated yetI have worked in Texas for almost 34 years for a large corporation based in Illinois. I have had many district supervisors. None of them actually helped …

Chances of winning an appeal in AZ? Not rated yetBoyfriend is appealing unemployment due to the fact that he was denied because he "left without good cause". Basically, he worked for a roofing company …

Fired under Severed Misconduct in NJ Not rated yetI was hurt at work and then had to take a urine test which I thought would not be a big deal but then I was fired under Severe Misconduct cause doctor …

CHRIS--HELP ME! APPEALS IN MARYLAND Not rated yetI recently worked for the state of Maryland for 5 years. Over the course of the 5 years, my anxiety and stress levels began to elevate. I was constantly …

conspiracy at mcdonalds in columbia,mo Not rated yetI have worked for Mcdonalds for a year a half.
I have never seen a company cover up so much stuff so that they don't get into trouble and because I …

short term disability in Kentucky Not rated yetI am on short term disability and will only receive 60% of pay, can I draw the rest of pay thru kentucky's unemployment benefits
Really? .. …

Michigan Unemployment Benefits ALERT! Not rated yetMichigan is trying to be the first state to decrease the duration of REGULAR unemployment benefits from 26 to 20 weeks.
If you care you need to let …

Filling in for vacation Not rated yetHi,
I am currently collecting benefits from NYS. I live in NJ. I work part-time, one day a week, when needed. If I were to fill in for someone …

How to rectify Unemployment Blunder Not rated yetMy friend lives in Florida and was receiving unemployment. In spite of being qualified for the extensions ---which she filed for ---and receiving the go …

Licenses and credential in jeopardy Not rated yet My licenses and credential are in jeopardy because I was repeatedly being made partied to incidents of dishonesty, unethical practices and professional …

Former Employer won't send W2 Not rated yetWhat do I do if my former employer has not sent my W2 so I can file my taxes from the previous year? How much time does he have to send it to me? He currently …

tax refund while drawing unemployement Not rated yetif a person is terminated from their job within 6 months of the new year and is currently drawing unemployment can he still get federal tax refund when …

Was sick could'nt physically work... Not rated yetI was sick with my auto immune disease and got raynaud's phenomonom which made my hands and feet numb pins and needles feeling and it went through my whole …

Quit job to move overseas, then returned. Not rated yetI quit my job to move overseas. I gained an invaluable experience while overseas, but I returned after 7 months. After 4 months of unsuccessful job hunting, …

what are my chances Not rated yetHi,
I worked as a sales rep for a company and I was fired for not showing up to an appointment that I wrote down on my schedule. I cold called this …

Not safe at work Not rated yetI was held at gunpoint at my place of employment. i am scared to go back to work, there are no panic buttons, can i quit my job because of this? I have …

Interstate Benefits Not rated yetMoved from Hawaii to Cali. BEFORE leaving I submitted as required three jobs a week that included mainland businesses I double checked with my local office …

To discriminate or not to discriminate Not rated yetI was fired for my job because they said that my time sheet did not match with that of the gps system that they have in all the company vehicles. they …

RESIGNING DUE TO ILLNESS OF FAMILY MEMBER Not rated yetI was laid off in July 2009, in April 2010 found a job paying much less but close to my new home (I moved from NYC to Upstate NY). Now I just found out …

Unemployment for School District employees Not rated yetI was a Classified employee (ISS Instructor) for a school district in Missouri for 4 years. Due to the budget cuts in Missouri schools this year, I lost …

let go for drs appointments Not rated yetI have been in remission from cancer for years. However most recently i have been having complications. I had to be in the emergency room several times …

fired for stealing money Not rated yetIs it fraud to get unemployment when fired for stealing over $500.00?
I don't know .. did you steal the money and then lie to the unemployment department …

Satelite Office Closing/Job Relocation Not rated yetHi. The satelite office where I work in NJ is permanently closing and I have been offered to relocate to PA office. I am an hourly employee, moving and …

UC for being fired for not working OT Not rated yetI am wondering if i get fired for not being able to work overtime can i draw unemployment benefits. I am salary exempt employee and i cannot work weekends. …

unemployment with work restrictions Not rated yetCan you collect unemployment if you were fired because you needed eye surgery and you would miss 8 weeks of work?
Hi,
Yes, I suppose you can be …

Entitled to unemployment in CA? Not rated yetLong story short... I claimed hostile work environment at my job. I hired an attorney that went to bat with the company's attorney. In the end, the company …

Resignation vs. Layoff - Am I eligible? Not rated yetI resigned but my employer offered me an alternative, temporary solution that we both agreed upon. At the end of that period, if they decide to let me …

employment through a Staffing Agency Not rated yetI exhausted my 99 weeks on unemployment in April. I took a job through a staffing agency and after four weeks was told the job was over. Can I file a …

UNEMPLOYMENT QUESTION!!! PLEASE HELP! Not rated yetI was on unemployment and my last payment was deposited on May 23rd, so my last eligible week was May 19th. My initial claim started in Dec of 08. When …

seasonal job and requalifying Not rated yetI have been on unemployment for several months and just went off to work a seasonal job in the summer...when the summer ends and I go back to being unemployed, …

Unemployment ? Not rated yeti know the extended benefits bill has run out. i have 1.5 weeks left of my regular unemployment and would move to tier 1 in michigan. can i at least file …

How long until I get my back benefits? Not rated yetI am in TX, and had been unemployed for 4 months when I got a part time job to help extend my unemployment benefits. Turns out the employer was very crooked. …

Husband fires me can I collect unemployment Not rated yetI have been working 11 months full time,If I quit and work for my husbands company and he fires me after a month or so, am I eligible to collect unemployment..this …

breach of contract and fraud Not rated yetI have a job currently in the mortgage business. I assist 2 loan officers. I was lied to by the 2 loan officers at the time they offered me the job. They …

Retired Military and Unemployment Benefits Not rated yetAs a resident of New Mexico and as of 31 May I am officially retired. I will not receive my first retirement check until 01 July, am I eligible to receive …

Can I still collect? Not rated yetI'm an actor in NY, and often take side work to fill in the downtime. I recently took a job with a gym as a personal trainer, but had to quit when the …

Unemployment comp payback Not rated yetHello.
I'm hoping you can help. I've looked different sites up online and even into some of the services boasting that they will eliminate or decrease …

denied benefits Not rated yeti was asked to fill out a form for the scotty system. they asked what shift i would prefer. i put 1st then found out that my unemployment was denied because …

PA unemployment Not rated yetI have been hired by a previous employer based in PA as a non benefited contractor. They previously had an offic in TX which I worked out of. Now that …

Unhappy but employed in oregon. Not rated yetI live in Oregon.I have been employed with this employer for nine years. My husbandhas been unemployed and just took a job with a home base that is located …

Overseas Job Loss Not rated yetI quit my job 1.5 years ago. I left because the company was having trouble paying, and the raise they offered me after one year did not cover inflation. …

Unemployment and having a baby Not rated yetI was wondering if it would be possible to collect unemployment if I was automatically fired due to not being able to return to work beyond 12 weeks because …

I think I'm being harassed at work Not rated yetI reported to upper managament that my co-worker is stealing my leads and also inactivated one showing that was his lead. Also he setup me up in a file …

Part Time Worker with a Part Time Schedule Not rated yetI have worked for X company as a Part Time Employee for 10 months. For 5 months I worked 4 days, then at my request for the last 5 months just 3 days per …

no being put on the schedule Not rated yetI work in fast food and the shift varies and changes weekly.. anywhere from 2-4 days a week.. however, I have not been scheduled to work in over a month …

Question about UC extension, live in PA. Not rated yetI was curious if you know how extended benefits work? I am currently unemployed, I was not "laid off", I was terminated from my job, am currently collecting …

What are the chances of winning my appeal? Not rated yetMy previous employer denied my benefits due to 'you did not meet the established job performance standards. I was fired for insubordination. I worked for …

can i collect unemployment Not rated yetcan i collect unemployment i have been at this private co (with a cvg in it)correctional facility, for 2 yrs. I'm now suspended without pay during a investigation …

Unemployment disqualification in arizona Not rated yetI was disqualified for unemployment in the state of Arizona until 8/10/10 due to receiving a severance package. Does this mean that I have to start the …

direct deposit Not rated yetI want to have my check direct deposited, however I don't have an bank account. Can I have my check deposited into someone elses bank account
Hi …

Unemployment in two different states Not rated yetI moved from Virginia to West Virginia 3 years ago. Two years ago I lost my job in WV and was unemployed for 7 months. While drawing unemployment from …

can I still collect? Not rated yetI have been collecting pa unemployment benefits for 2.5 months. I accepted a job as a Sales manager at a car dealership. The hours were not as stated on …

Unemployment benefits and disability Not rated yetI had lost my job last year and received unemployment,i had applied for disability last Novemenber and was approved..I am looking for work with my disability …

Subject: Unemployment Residency Not rated yetScenario: Have been receiving Ohio unemployment for a month now and have the opportunity to pursue some job leads in Georgia. Would like to interview there …

MI Unemployment resigning question Not rated yetI am a teacher in the state of Michigan. I was told I was going to get fired. They gave me the option to resign. They are stating they would not fight …

Answering Un/Employment Questions Not rated yetMy boss reached a point where they couldn't work with me. Was offered severance and time to consider that or be put on a probation period. It was suggested …

Re-applying for unemployment after denial Not rated yetI was denied benefits for having quit my job with no good cause due to the fact that I did not take steps to preserve my employment prior to quitting. …

What does base period mean and quarters Not rated yetI live in Texas. I have worked at my job from October 10 2009 until March 10 2010, which will be the date I am being laid off. I made 3000.00 a month …

letter saying i had to pay the money back Not rated yeti was getting unemployment for 3 or so months then it stopped because the employer said i lied while claiming in order to get benefits. i dont understand …

Part Time unemployment question Not rated yetCan you apply for unemployment (California) if you only work 20 hours a week. I am looking for a full time job but am having trouble. I have worked this …

Unemployment extension in California Not rated yetMy unemployment claim initially started 2/6/09; however, I didn't start collecting until 8/23/09. By the time my claim expired i still had $1350.00 left. …

Can I quit due to developing carpal tunnel Not rated yetI have been with my current job for 2 years. Few months after I started my wrist pain began, went to see a doctor and he advised me to wear wrist splints. …

Am I entitled to my employment records? Not rated yetI feel silly for asking this question, because I should have asked while employed. However, through all my work evaluations and write ups I was never …

can you work while on unemplyoment in il Not rated yeti was working while i was on umplyoment i was making about 750 a month i was told i could do this as long as i didnt go over 340 a week and i also thought …

Can Oregon deny my son unemployment? Not rated yetHe was working a graveyard shift working 60-70 hour weeks and got married and had a baby. He needed to find a day job to be home with his family. He was …

Good Cause Question- Firing/ Quitting Not rated yetI have worked for a consulting firm for the last six years. This work has nearly been 100% travel Monday through Friday, (out of state, sometimes international). …

Unemployment extension and Contract work Not rated yetI was laid off on 1/21/09 and currently on my second Federal Unemployment extension (ending in March 2010). My benefit year ended on 1/24/2010 and now …

I relocated and want to claim unemployment Not rated yetMy wife & I had a new home built and we relocated when it was complete.
We were planning on selling our previous home and due to the economy crash during …

I would like to relocate. Not rated yetI work 32hours a week and have four children and my wife to support. I use to work full time, but the company isn't doing so well so my hours was cut. …

Can I refuse work if my pay has changed? Not rated yetI am working for a Co. Prior to filing unemployment I was over seeing 2 properties at a specific amount.
Owner offered me same position at a lesser rate …

If I did something bad...... Not rated yetI used my company's letter head as a receipt for services that they do, to file against my taxes. That was 2 years ago. Today I was fired. What would …

Can my assistant apply for unemployment Not rated yetShe's been working for me for 7 or 8 months. she work on the books. I pay all my taxes and her workers comp and liability and everything else, but she …

I was fired for willful misconduct Not rated yetI worked for company for nearly 4 yrs. I was working an average of 80-100hrs per week, yes you read that correct. I sat on the couch and closed eyes for …

Voluntary quit if reduced from FT to PT? Not rated yet I live in CA. At the beginning of November 2009 I received a letter from my boss stating that effective immediately he is removing my title as manager, …

Massachusetts Disability Benefits Not rated yetI had a hip replacement and quad bypass surgery. So company fired me. I have applied for disability benefits 3 months ago still pending. Can I apply for …

Don't unsubscribe me! Not rated yetI don't know where to write this!I accidently clicked on the link to unsubscribe. As long as you and I have been communicating, this should not come as …

Quitting due to a denial of a promotion? Not rated yetI have been at my job for almost 5 yrs and for the last year have been promised the first opening in another department I was wanting to transfer into. …

UI benefits and no-compete (Kansas) Not rated yetI worked for a local wholesaler for 15 months. Its a very small local-owned company. 25 employees. I have a history in this business and applied for the …

Pennsylvania & California Not rated yetI left my job in Pennsylvania to move to California to be with my fiancee to be married soon. I have tried to collect from PA and was denied, then I tried …

Fired for attendance due to illness Not rated yetI was hospitalized, and out of work for about 6 weeks. I just recently started this job a few months prior. I didn't qualify for fmla or any leave other …

can i quit my job to move 3 hours away. Not rated yeti live in wisconsin in eau claire to be exact i have been at my job for 6 months. i want to move to madison to be closer to family, and get a better job …

LOUISIANA Partial unemployment Benefits Not rated yetI'm presently working right now. I'm working (4) 10 hour days. I was looking at taking a partime job for 8 hours on fridays at another co. If i would get …

Quit with good cause in Massachusetts? Not rated yetI work for a company that has cut our department from 3 people to 2 people and then cut pay by 15% for some and 5% for others. I think they are planning …

Should I appeal my unemployment denial? Not rated yetI was discharged from my job due to "lack of sales" in the state of Ohio. I was a sales person for a print company. My sales were poor, there is no question …

Florida - Fired for using a giftcard... Not rated yetHi there,
I was an assistant manager for a retail store in the state of Florida. I was fired for using a gift card that was in my mailbox ($20) that …

I'm going in debt if i keep this job. Not rated yetI live in WV.. My wife and I work for the same Co.
She hurt her back at work and now is on light duty. We work the same hours and now they want me to …

Supposed HIPPA Violation in Pennsylvania Not rated yetI worked at a doctors office where my future ex-sister-in-law was a patient. So I would not have to be around when she came in for her appointments I looked …

Unemployment in Indiana Not rated yetMy husband worked for a company where he had to manage product inventory. He took off 5 days to be at the hospital with me while we had our first child. …

Should I Contest Date of Termination? Not rated yetOn a Wed I was told by my supervisor I would be put on a three day unpaid suspension effective the following Monday (I guess they needed me to work until …

Florida Not rated yetTo determine what to enter for my gross pay, what should I enter if I had a base salary plus commission?
Hi,
Did the employer pay taxes on the commission? …

Can i be fired while out on fmla? Not rated yetI live in virginia. I called in sick(fmla)again on Nov 12 2008. My manager told me that she got my message. She stated to me that my supervisor and regional …

do i qualify for benefits? New York Not rated yetI worked for the Islip School District as both a Substitute teacher and an Instructional Aide; for the last school year. My Position was part-time, averaging …

can i collect unemployment illinois Not rated yeti work full time at during days. and commission based calls towing at night. these 2 jobs are a must for my lifestyle or bills or what i have. im divorced …

Unemployment Benefits Alabama Not rated yetFired because of dishonesty and negligence. That is what my termination paper says. I have no idea where that come from. I've tried to talk with the manager …

how long do u collect unemployment Not rated yetmy paper say i get my benefits until september and i see on the computer i only have 810.00 left to collect. this is something i dont understand.
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Florida unemployment for health reasons? Not rated yetI have had a Work AT Home telecommute part-time position since 11/2007. I have made so far since last pay ck: $6,04.23. I have been only lost 2 full days …

unemployment in az if recently ? Not rated yetI just retired from the military on 30 june 2009 am i eligible for unemployment benefits in Arizona and will the amount be affected by my retirement pay? …

minnesota, how can I win my appeal Not rated yetI have been corresponding with you all along and you have been very helpful! and I got a letter saying I was denied unemployment so I applied for an appeal …

An insubordination question from NY Not rated yetI'm expecting to get fired soon. I saw my new boss fire the only other employee at the tiny non-profit where I work. Later she said she had wanted to fire …

Moving from Florida to North Carolina Not rated yetMy job in Florida is being outsourced in the not too distant future. When that happens, I am considering moving to North Carolina. If I remained in Florida, …

Unemployment denied, KY Not rated yetI was employed for 5 1/2 years as a mortgage broker with the same company. My income steadly decreased due to the economy. The company only paid commission …

Quitting job due to safety concerns. Not rated yetI am 6 months pregnant and I manage a group home with troubled teenagers who have the potential of becoming violent. My position is stressful and my doctor …

Florida - job anxiety, constant travel Not rated yetHello and thank you for this service!
I was hired a year ago for a work from home "southeast" position with a large company. Instead, travel throughout …

work and full time school - florida Not rated yetI have worked in a dialysis clinic for over 4 years. I got in the nursing program (full-time generic in Miami-Dade College) beginning of this year. I'm …

Can I get employment if I quit my job? Not rated yetBeen at my job 5 yrs at $8.50 new part time employment been there a month and making $8.50 an hour as well.
I asked for a raise and was told by my employer …

Mass. unemployment benefit reduction Not rated yetI just filed for the extension of my unemployment, and was notified yesterday that my benefits have been cut in half based on what I earned in the "lag …

Employer has 2 locations - Florida Not rated yetI was hired to work in the second location, 10 miles from my house as "site manager". Sales are off, customers are few, and he wants to close this second …

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